Start on Android

Start on Android by Google helps developers test, iterate, and
optimize their app before launching on Google Play. Developers get
hands on support, inclusion in Early Access, technical support, and
other perks.

Hundreds of startup app and game developers have graduated from
the program including 2017 Android app of the year, Socratic, Product
Hunt's 2017 mobile app of the year, Astro, and Google Play's
“Standout Startup” for 2018, Canva, to name just a few.

Get access to exclusive benefits

If you a startup app or game developer with an upcoming or recent
launch in the works you can apply to gain access to valuable resources,
unreleased features, merchandising opportunities, special programs,
and other benefits.

Receive UI/UX guidance

You can receive user interface and user experience reviews for your app from the Play editorial team before launch. This can help you optimize onboarding experiences, material design implementation, business model execution, user engagement, and other aspects.

Gain access to Google resources

Start on Android accepted participants receive the Google Cloud Platform's Spark Package which includes $20,000 in Google Cloud and Firebase credits, and 12 months of G Suite for free for up to 10 employees. Participants also have a chance to take part in additional developer programs and special events offered by Google Play, Google Cloud Platform, Google for Entrepreneurs, and Launchpad.